1967 Fiat 2300 vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 42 kg more than 1967 Fiat 2300.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 1967 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 2300 | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 2300 | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
